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Posting Title Lead Contract Analyst Department HSC-Office of Sponsored Programs-390030 Job Location Fort Worth Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible Additional Retirement Information For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.
Salary Information Commensurate with experience Department Summary The Office of Sponsored Programs, a division of the UNTHSC Research Office, provides pre-award, post-award, and accounting services for the support of faculty and other investigators while promoting compliance with federal and state agencies, private sponsor agreements, and UNTHSC research policies.
Position Overview The Lead Contract Analyst will work closely with the Associate Director, Research Contract Management and internal OSP Contract Team staff to assess long term strategies, operations and internal processes. Under the direction of the Associate Director this position will assist in leading the efforts of the OSP Contracts team in supporting faculty and staff in development, coordination, and administration of federal, state, and private contracts for sponsored project activities. This position will mentor, train, and assist in oversight of OSP Contracts team members.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and six (6) year of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities This individual makes critical and complex decisions with a high level of initiative and judgment in a variety of situations. This individual must be able to engage, coach, and influence team members, faculty, and other key stakeholders, facilitate an environment of trust and respect between team members, maintain a broad network of internal working relationships, and have up to date knowledge of applicable law and federal, state, institutional, and sponsor guidelines, including but not limited to FARS, DFARS, 2 CFR 200, and UGMS.
Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or similar field. Two years of experience in contract negotiation in a Sponsored Programs office.
Required License / Registration / Certification None
Work Schedule Regular business hours, M-F
Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Lead Sponsored Program Analyst Physical Requirements Lifting up to 10 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate Job Duties
o Drafts and negotiates legal and business terms for Research Related Agreements including but not limited to Industry Sponsored Project Contracts, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Testing Contracts, Research Contracts, Investigator Initiated Clinical Trial Contracts, Teaming or Collaboration Contracts, Intergovernmental Personnel Act Agreements, Federal Contracts, State Contracts, Sub-awards.
o Trains staff with regard to contract negotiation for the above contract types; develops and presents training to department research administrators related to contracts.
o Acts as institutional approver and signatory for routine agreements, as delegated by the Associate Director.
o Monitors work flow turnaround time and time sensitive contracts, subcontracts, and other agreements. Handles each agreement timely, with consistent follow-up and updates to internal customers.
o Monitors workload balance in the Contracts Team and re-balances assignments as necessary.
o Maintains up to date knowledge of applicable law and federal, state, institutional, and sponsor guidelines, including but not limited to FARS, DFARS, 2 CFR 200, and Uniform Grant Management Standards.
o Provides expertise and training to faculty and external department staff in contract and subcontract administration through FARS, DFARS, OMB circulars, federal, state, institutional, and sponsor guidelines.
o Maintains accurate and complete electronic records and ensures the integrity of data stores in the contract database.
o Serves as subject matter expert for internal and external customer inquiries regarding contract negotiation and interpretation.
o Serves as Contract Team representative for process improvement initiatives and committees as assigned by the Associate Director.
o Special projects and assignments as assigned by Associate Director.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S7844P Position End Date (if temporary) Special Instructions to Applicants Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80421 
